1996 Subaru Impreza 2.0L Petrol · P227 CRN
1996 Subaru Impreza (2.0L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 1996. Recorded mileage 109,853 km. MOT valid until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- SUBARU IMPREZA
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Odometer
- 109,853 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
P227 CRN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2025
- 109,853 km recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P227 CRN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Subaru Impreza (P227 CRN) between November 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
P227 CRN Odometer History
- 07/11/2022104,327 km
- 10/11/2023105,635 km+1,308 km
- 28/11/2024108,416 km+2,781 km
- 28/11/2024108,416 km
- 02/12/2025109,853 km+1,437 km
Average of roughly 1,801 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Subaru Subaru Impreza Mk1 (GC/GF)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (P227 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as P227CRN.
BMW
3 SERIES
TVR
CHIMAERA
CITROEN
ZX
ROVER
216
MAZDA
BONGO FREENDIE
RENAULT
TRAFIC
TOYOTA
CELICA
LAND ROVER
RANGE ROVER
MG
MGF
LAND ROVER
DEFENDER
TOYOTA
PASEO
FORD
SUBARU IMPREZA Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 1996 model year cars.
- Rear Wheel Arch and Sill CorrosionSerious
The Mk1 Impreza is notorious for rust starting in the rear arches and spreading to the sills and chassis rails.
- MAF Sensor Failure (Turbo Models)Serious
On Turbo models, a failing Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor can cause the engine to run dangerously "lean", potentially leading to engine failure.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.